1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |
