1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 273 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
