1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
