1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1500 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |