1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
