1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 12 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 985 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Longchamp | 850 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |