1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 560 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 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |