1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 250 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Ritmo | 306 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |