1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 315 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 87 L |
