1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 850 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |
