1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 280 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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 25 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |
