1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 125 L |
