1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 206 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | Sprite | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |