1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 57 L |
