1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Ritmo | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |