1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 194 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
