1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 42 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 1971 Morris Marina 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 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1971 Morris Marina (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ritmo | Marina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
