1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Duna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
