1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2584 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 167 L |
