1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
