1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 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 5 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. 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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
