1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 1 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
