1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
