1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 670 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | i40 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
