1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Alto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
