1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 230 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
