1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 11 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 200 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 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 21 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
