1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 35 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
