1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |
