1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 12 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
