1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Ritmo and 1983 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 147 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Ritmo | Esprit |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |