1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1936 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
