1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
