1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
Model | 850 | 300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |