1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 894 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | Ritmo | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 97 L |