1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Ford Probe
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 26 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 518 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, 1993 Ford Probe, 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, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1993 Ford Probe | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Probe |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |