1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1095 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ritmo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
