1966 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim, 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 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 850 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |