1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1985 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 17 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 135 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, 1985 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 850 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
