1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | GTI |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
