1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (460 HP) has 409 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | 850 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Top Speed | 378 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2040 mm |
