1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 180 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 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
