1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 415 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 Quest 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 Quest 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2008 Nissan Quest 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. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Quest |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |