1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 6310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 4150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 135 L |
