1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ritmo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 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 |
