1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
