1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 589 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
