1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 374 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, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
