1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Fiat Ritmo (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
