1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 537 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Armada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
