1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 8 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 126 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.
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, 1991 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Presea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
