1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 1972 Fiat 850 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Daimler | Fiat |
Model | DE 36 | 850 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2040 mm |