1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 608 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, 2002 Opel Vectra, 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
