2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Aveo | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
