1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 30 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Nova weights approximately 358 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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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, 1997 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
