1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfetta | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
