1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, both 1983 Fiat Ritmo and 1983 Volvo 760 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 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 405 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 Volvo 760 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 Volvo 760. 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 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Ritmo | 760 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |