1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 183 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, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
