1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2080 mm |
