1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 44 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 64 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | SLS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
