1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1969 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 285 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, 1969 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 850 | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |