1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 503 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Tesla |
Model | 850 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2352 mm |