1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 98 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
