1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
