1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 29 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), 2012 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 575 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 2012 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ritmo | 318 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
