1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 20 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 660 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Baja |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
