1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 830 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3090 mm |
