1987 Audi 200 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
