1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri 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 30 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1977 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | Capri |
Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |