1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 360 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ritmo | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |