1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 915 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 Toyota Previa, 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 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Previa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |