1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 21 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 750 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ritmo | Montego |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
