1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 22 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1040 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 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Terrano |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |