1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
