1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 8 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (93 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 176 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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 19 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
