1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
