1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 1003 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 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Ritmo | M |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2901 mm |
