2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Duna weights approximately 25 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.
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, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
