1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 46 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cabriolet | R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
