1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 730 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, 1991 Ford Taurus, 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
