1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 21 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 242 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
