1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1969 Fiat 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 171 kg more than 1969 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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
