1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |
