1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 35 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 527 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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Marea |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
