1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 29 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 980 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4379 mm |
