1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 365 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
