1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 850 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |