1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 10 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Ritmo | Samara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
