1972 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 4 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 850 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
