1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Ritmo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
