1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 22 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 300 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 1969 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 1969 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto, 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, 1991 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 1991 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
