1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 406 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ritmo | Senator |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
