1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 40 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 388 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 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, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
