1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 46 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
