1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
