1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | Taunus |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |