1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 14 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 1000 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, 1986 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 850 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |