1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 16 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 1115 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 2003 GMC Safari 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 2003 GMC Safari. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ritmo | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
