1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2001 Proton Juara 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Juara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Ritmo | Juara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
