1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 2 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 49 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1988 Renault 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ritmo | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |