1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 30 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
