1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 255 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
