1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 805 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 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Ritmo | Korando |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |