1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru DL weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | DL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
