1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1165 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | G |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
