1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 850 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |