1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 28 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 850 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
