1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 85 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Ritmo | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
