1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 28 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3510 mm |
