1959 BMW 600 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 600 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 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2460 mm |