1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 125 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Ritmo | 200 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |