1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 8 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1983 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Ritmo | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
