1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 68 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Morris Minor 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ritmo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
