1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 17 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 625 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Chairman | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
