1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Land Rover 109 (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Ritmo | 109 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |