1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 37 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1045 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
