1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | 12 M |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |