1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1057 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ritmo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
