1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 42 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1025 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2858 mm |
