2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
