1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
