1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 610 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 124 | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |