1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 520 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ritmo | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
