1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 254 kg more than 1966 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 850 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
