1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 438 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 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1358 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
