1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 33 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 496 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | 850 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
