1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1051 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3340 mm |
