1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
