1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 1969 Fiat 850
To start off, 1969 Fiat 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 725 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Avanti Avanti | 1969 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 850 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
