1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1221 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.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
