1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1018 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 Lancia Thesis, 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 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 2001 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 850 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |