1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
