1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (138 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
