1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 37 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 94 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, 2003 Kia Pride 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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 850 | 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 850 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
