1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
