2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | 300 | 850 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2040 mm |