1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 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), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | i10 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
