1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1987 Volvo 740 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 740 weights approximately 412 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 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Ritmo | 740 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |