1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (170 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | 280 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
