1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 1500 (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 75 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.
Because 1973 Triumph 1500 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 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1973 Triumph 1500 (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Ritmo | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
