1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 27 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
