1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nomad | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
