1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 716 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 811 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 124 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
