1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 716 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
