1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Riley Kestrel (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Ritmo | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
