1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 850 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
