1985 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
