1970 Fiat 125 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
