1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |
