1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 29 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 850 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
