1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 721 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
