1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
