1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1967 Fiat 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 402 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 850 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
