1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ritmo | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
