1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1965 Morris Minor

To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Fiat Ritmo 1965 Morris Minor
Make Fiat Morris
Model Ritmo Minor
Year Released 1982 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 64.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 83.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 45 L