1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto 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, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 850 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 850 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |