1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |