2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 215 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
