1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
