1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
