1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 1966 Fiat 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 1400 (43 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
