1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 935 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Ritmo | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
