1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 174 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
