1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 640 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ritmo | Safrane |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |