1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 19 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 387 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.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 1961 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 850 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |