1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 304 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ritmo | T5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
