1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 850 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |