1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
