2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (129 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caliber | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
