2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 27 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Fiat |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2040 mm |
