1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1955 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1967 Fiat 850 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1967 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 Fiat 850 | 1955 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
