1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 25 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 460 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2615 mm |
