1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1987 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Moretti 1100 (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Moretti 1100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 36 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Because 1962 Moretti 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Moretti 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Fiat Ritmo (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | Ritmo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
