1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1973 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2797 mm |
