1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1058 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 133 | CC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2711 mm |