1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 125 | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |