1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 19 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850.
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, 1986 Ford Meteor, 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, 1986 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 1986 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Meteor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |