1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | Sierra |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |