1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1959 Skoda 440 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 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1959 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Ritmo | 440 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |