1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1987 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
