1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 MG ZT
To start off, 2003 MG ZT is newer by 36 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT weights approximately 753 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, 2003 MG ZT, 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, 2003 MG ZT (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2003 MG ZT | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 850 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
