1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Sports |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
