1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 275 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, 1993 Proton Persona, 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, 1993 Proton Persona (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | 850 | Persona |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |