1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |
