1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 42 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850.
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, 2009 Ford Ka, 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, 2009 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Ka |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |