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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) 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 (841 Nm) has 714 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 | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
