1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1996 Ford Probe
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 32 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 550 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, 1996 Ford Probe, 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, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1996 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
