1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 42 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1194 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 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 850 | Safari |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |