1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 15 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP) has 492 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 130 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Ritmo | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 573 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
