1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 26 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 225 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Ritmo | Logan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
