1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Ritmo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 22 L |
