1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 430 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 Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |