1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 295 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
