1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 8 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 497 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
