1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1961 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1961 Fiat 850 and 1961 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Thunderbird (339 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1961 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 6638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
