2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 14 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 355 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
