1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, 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, 1975 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 56 L |
