1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 760 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ritmo | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
