1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1971 Fiat 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 850 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |