1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Solara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
