1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
