1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley Kestrel (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 189 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, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1967 Riley Kestrel (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | 850 | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |