1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1997 Nissan Almera is newer by 29 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Almera weights approximately 330 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, 1997 Nissan Almera, 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, 1997 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1392 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 | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
