1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
