1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Jeep CJ
To start off, both 1985 Fiat Ritmo and 1985 Jeep CJ were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 376 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Ritmo | CJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
