1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 641 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 640 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 500 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2659 mm |
