1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Express | 850 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2040 mm |