1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 36 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 941 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 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 74 L |
