1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1973 Datsun 240Z is newer by 5 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 342 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Datsun |
| Model | 850 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |
