1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
