1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 652 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ritmo | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |