1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 48 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 731 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 850 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
