1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 305 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 Mini Cooper (151 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Ritmo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
