1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 5 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 16 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ritmo | Barina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
