1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 37 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 850 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Fiat | Pagani |
Model | 850 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |