1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1116 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 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 850 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |