1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
