1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1144 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 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Fiat 850 2008 Nissan Murano
Make Fiat Nissan
Model 850 Murano
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 841 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 41 HP 231 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 726 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 82 L


 

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