1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2156 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
