1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 90 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ritmo | 1600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |