1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
