1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 850 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Fiat Honda
Model 850 CR-V
Year Released 1972 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 153 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2640 mm


 

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