1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
