2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Magnum | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
