1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 158 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ritmo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
