1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1387 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Touran |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
