1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ritmo | 140 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
