1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 17 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, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 70 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Fit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
