1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 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 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 345 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 850 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |