1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1968 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 850 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
