1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
