1986 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, both 1986 BMW 316 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
