1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 33 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 563 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, 2001 Seat Arosa, 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 850 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
