1978 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina 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 41 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 58 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Austin Marina 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 1978 Austin Marina. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |