1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (101 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 142 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
