1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 33 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 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 805 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 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 850 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
