1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Ritmo | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |