1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 849 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Custom |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
