1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1812 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.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3023 mm |
