1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 42 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1470 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 850 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 85 L |
