1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 45 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 240 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
