1997 Fiat Brava vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1997 Fiat Brava is newer by 14 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Brava weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
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 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
