1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
