1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 27 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 348 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3970 mm |
