1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 26 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 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
