2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 648 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
