1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 13 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 760 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |
