1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | C |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |