1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 229 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 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Versa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
