2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caliber | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
