1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 797 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.
Because 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ritmo | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
