1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1971 Lancia 2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 503 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.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 850 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |