1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1983 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Orion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
