1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 2,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
