1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2499 mm |
