1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | C |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |