1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 18 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 18 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
