1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 106 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
