1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 465 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
