1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 17 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
