2000 Audi S8 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 830 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S8 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
