1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (136 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 665 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
