1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850.
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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 850 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |