1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
