1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cabriolet | 200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
