1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Land Rover 88 (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Ritmo | 88 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
