2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1967 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 303 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1967 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Scudo | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
