1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 14 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 235 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, 2000 Rover 45 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | 45 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
