1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 850 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2933 mm |
