1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 940 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2918 mm |
