1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 82 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
