1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 31 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 850 | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Fiat | McLaren |
Model | 850 | F1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |