1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 380 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
