1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 26 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | E-150 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 132 L |