1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 45 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Ritmo | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
