1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 48 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 598 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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
