1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 592 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
