1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 10 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | 230 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
