1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 35 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 864 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.
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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 850 | UTE |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |