1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 380 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
