1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen GLI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen GLI weights approximately 510 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 Volkswagen GLI 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 Volkswagen GLI 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 Volkswagen GLI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen GLI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | GLI |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
