1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 44 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i10 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 233 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 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, 2012 Hyundai i10, 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, 2012 Hyundai i10 (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
