1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 12 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 19 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
