1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2320 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 3240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 167 L |
