1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 490 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ritmo | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |