1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 38 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 968 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 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
