1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 713 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
