1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 23 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam 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 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
