1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
