1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 875 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 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3370 mm |
