2003 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 620 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, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
