1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 12 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | 12 M |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |