1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 38 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 799 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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 850 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 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 | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
