1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 52 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 872 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 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 850 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
