1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 35 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 850 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |