1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
