1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 819 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
