1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 18 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 850 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Model F |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2240 mm |