1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Ritmo | Minor |
Year Released | 1981 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 790 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 |