1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Roadmaster | 850 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |