1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 445 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.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
