1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 38 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 850 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2649 mm |
