1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 8 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Midge weights approximately 99 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | Midge |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
