1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ritmo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
