1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 13 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP) has 319 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 630 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
