1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 25 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa 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, 1998 Toyota Previa, 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
