1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 45 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1255 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 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 850 | RX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
