1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 714 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.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |