1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 949 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
