1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Ritmo | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
