1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | Defender |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
