1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 12 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Conquest | 850 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |