1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 955 kg more than 1968 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 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | 850 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6474 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
