1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | Citi |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 49 L |
