1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 1974 Renault Siete is newer by 7 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 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 84 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, 1974 Renault Siete, 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, 1974 Renault Siete (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
