1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
