1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 715 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 850 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 69 L |