1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volvo 260 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ritmo | 260 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
