1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Opel Rekord 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Rekord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1985 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
