1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1116 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
