1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ritmo | 442 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
