1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 693 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | CC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
