1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 780 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
