1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 785 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.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
