1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1972 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 850 | Breeze |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |