1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 850 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
