1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 850 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |