1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 1010 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Ritmo | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
