1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 950 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | LTD |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3080 mm |