1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ritmo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
