1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1990 Holden Gemini is newer by 4 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 11 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ritmo | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
