1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
