1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is newer by 4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 576 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ritmo | Trofeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
