2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
