1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 620 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Ritmo | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
