1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 551 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 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
