1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia 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 1961 Lancia Appia. 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Ritmo | Appia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |