1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ritmo | Ponton |
Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |