1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. 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 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Floride |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
