1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 26 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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
