1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1040 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | CR-V |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |