1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 666 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
