1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 44 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 847 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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
