1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 848 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 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 850 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1995 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 | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
