1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 817 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 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |