1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (106 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 607 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Ritmo | C5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
