1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Fiat 850

To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 1986 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. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Avanti Avanti 1968 Fiat 850
Make Avanti Fiat
Model Avanti 850
Year Released 1986 1968
Engine Size 5002 cc 903 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 715 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2030 mm


 

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