1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Fiat | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 850 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
