1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 850 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
