1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 70 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |