1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 560 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 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Ritmo | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Ritmo | Freelander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |