1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 5 weights approximately 50 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
