1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 1992 Volvo 440 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 440 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 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, 1992 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ritmo | 440 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
