1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 762 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | CC |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |