1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 31 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | SLK |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |