2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 22 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
