1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
