1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
