1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 38 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 989 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 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
