1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 106 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 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 |
