1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 32 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 335 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 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 41 L |
