1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (129 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
