1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 19 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jensen SV-8 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Ritmo | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
