1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Capri |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
