1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR 420 weights approximately 250 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Ritmo | 420 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
