2000 Audi S8 vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
