1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1966 MG 1100
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG 1100 weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 MG 1100, 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, 1966 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1966 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 850 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
