1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
