1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 30 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 850 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 850 | 340 R |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |