1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Ritmo | A4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2809 mm |
