1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 784 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
