1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 825 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 1982 Avanti Avanti 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. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | 850 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2030 mm |