1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
