1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
