1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 165 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 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 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 |
