1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
