1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 18 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
