1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 900 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 57 L |
