1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 411 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
