1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
