1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
