1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 649 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 635 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.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | 850 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2795 mm |
