1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 37 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 676 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 1970 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Primera |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |