1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | V6 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
