1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 16 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 66 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
