1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Six weights approximately 319 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1950 Morris Six 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 1950 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1950 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ritmo | Six |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
