1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1308 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
