1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1994 Ford Probe
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 33 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 623 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, 1994 Ford Probe, 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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1994 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
