1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1732 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
