1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 553 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ritmo | Compass |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
