1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3440 mm |
