1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 7 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 510 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, 1990 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2080 mm |
