1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 336 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ritmo | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |