1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 634 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, 2001 Toyota Camry, 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Camry |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |