2002 BMW 332 vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 29 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 332 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
