1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne

To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 920 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Fiat Ritmo 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
Make Fiat Pontiac
Model Ritmo Grande Parisienne
Year Released 1984 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 5319 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 448 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 101.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 82.5 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3030 mm


 

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