1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 36 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | ML |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
