1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
| Model | 850 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
