1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
