1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 804 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |