1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1996 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 13 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 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 810 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 1996 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Ritmo | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
