1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 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 15 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Ritmo | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
