1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 409 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, 2004 Rover 45, 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, 2004 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 850 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
