1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 727 kg more than 1985 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Ritmo | VIP |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
