1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 30 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 318 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 958 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 142 L |
