1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 41 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 69 L |
