1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 51 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 1,400 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1110 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2919 mm |
