1978 Austin Marina vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 38 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina.
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, 1983 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Marina | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |