1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1445 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 850 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| 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 | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
