1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 11 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 220 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Xedos |
Model | Ritmo | 6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |