1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 360 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |