1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 39 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 931 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 850 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3002 mm |
