1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1440 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
