2007 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 24 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
