2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1811 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 30 L |
