1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 850 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
