1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia is newer by 26 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Skoda Felicia (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 192 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, 1994 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1994 Skoda Felicia (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 850 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
