1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 30 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 850 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2659 mm |
