1987 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 1 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 450 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |