1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1997 Ford Tracer is newer by 11 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Tracer weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1321 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
