1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1986 Fiat Ritmo were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 33 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |