1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | CC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
