1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1965 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 223 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Anglia 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 1965 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1965 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
