1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2300 mm |
