1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 100 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | CRX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
