1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Capri |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
