2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 805 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Croma | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
