1966 Fiat 850 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 569 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 850 | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
