1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 445 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 RunX, 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 RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
