1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 23 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 125 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, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1991 Renault Express (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Express |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
