1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 132 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.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
