1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Ritmo | 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |