1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 469 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 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
