1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2030 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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | ZIL |
| Model | Ritmo | 117 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3310 mm |
