1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1972 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | 850 | Regal |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2738 mm |