1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | E-250 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |