1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 32 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 802 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 348 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Lotec |
Model | 850 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |