1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
