1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 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 9 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Ritmo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
