1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 850 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
