1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 50 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 821 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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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, 2011 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
