1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1572 kg more than 1988 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
