1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Ritmo | 117 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 56 L |
