1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2881 mm |
