1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Prius |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
