1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 27 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), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ritmo | 123 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
