1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Ritmo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 660 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 |
