1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 7 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 540 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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Ritmo | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 69 L |
