1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 765 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | CC |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |