1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1957 Skoda 440 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 1957 Skoda 440. 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, 1957 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | 440 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
