1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 580 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Ritmo | Indy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
