1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 485 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
