1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 466 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Ritmo | Carlton |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |