1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 240 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, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 850 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |