1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 23 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 975 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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Ritmo | Thesis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |