1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 34 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), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 420 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 850 | Stilo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |