1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Granada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
