1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 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 37 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |
