1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 37 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | A |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |