1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 622 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 133 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2659 mm |
