1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 26 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 890 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ritmo | DBS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
