1996 Acura Integra vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Integra | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
