1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
