2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Avalanche | 850 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |