2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 969 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
