1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 30 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Ritmo | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |