1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 530 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
