1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1000 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ritmo | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
