1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 450 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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
