1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1537 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
