1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 213 kg more than 1981 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
