1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 29 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | 850 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
