1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1971 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1971 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Monteverdi |
| Model | 850 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
