1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1975 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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, 1975 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2200 mm |
