1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 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 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volvo 740 (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ritmo | 740 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
