2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1410 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
