1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Ritmo and 1983 Peugeot 604 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 556 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 Peugeot 604 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 Peugeot 604. 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 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Ritmo | 604 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |