1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Toyota MR2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 315 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, 1991 Toyota MR2 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
