1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 980 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
