1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 22 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 275 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ritmo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
