1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
