1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 42 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
