2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 33 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1972 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
