1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Ritmo | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
