1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 597 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
