1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
