1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 135 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 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ritmo | Terios |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
