2001 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 15 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 655 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
