1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 417 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, 1982 Ford Telstar, 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |