1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1152 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
