1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor 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 48 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ritmo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
