1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 31 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 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, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 850 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
