1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
