1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
