1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1223 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
