1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1315 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.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
