1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 MG ZT
To start off, 2006 MG ZT is newer by 39 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT weights approximately 828 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 MG ZT | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 850 | ZT |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |