1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 31 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1105 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 850 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |