1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 967 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Fiat | Avanti |
Model | 850 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |