1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 27 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 515 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Ritmo | C4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
