1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 22 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
