1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Uno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
