2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 850 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
