2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2040 mm |
