1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 38 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 185 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
