1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Consul |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
