1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Ritmo and 1986 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 444 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Ritmo | 9000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |