1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 440 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 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 25 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
