1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 27 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), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 266 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ritmo | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| 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 | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
