2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 444 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 720 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
