1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 14 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 9 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ritmo | Avella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
