1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1987 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Ford Orion (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Orion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
